Seattle May Day 2013 in photos

Take a look at the May Day 2013 protests in Seattle.

By By JOSHUA TRUJILLO & JORDAN STEAD

on May 1, 2013 12:43 PM

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Protesters scatter as a police-deployed flash bang explodes in the street during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property damage. Eight police officers were hurt. less

Protesters scatter as a police-deployed flash bang explodes in the street during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for ... more

A man is taken down by officers after scuffling with them after officers knocked down a woman he was with during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. Police responded with pepper spray and blast balls, firework-like devices that emit OC spray. less

A man is taken down by officers after scuffling with them after officers knocked down a woman he was with during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to ... more

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A man is arrested during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. Police responded with pepper spray and blast balls, firework-like devices that emit OC spray. less

A man is arrested during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. Police responded ... more

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Participants and members of the media react to a blast ball explosion thrown by police officers during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. Police responded with pepper spray and blast balls, firework-like devices that emit OC spray. less

Participants and members of the media react to a blast ball explosion thrown by police officers during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as ... more

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Protesters scatter as a police-deployed flash bang explodes in the street during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property damage. Eight police officers were hurt. less

Protesters scatter as a police-deployed flash bang explodes in the street during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for ... more

A line of police push protesters up into Capitol Hill during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property damage. Eight police officers were hurt. less

A line of police push protesters up into Capitol Hill during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property ... more

Photo: JORDAN STEAD, SEATTLEPI.COM

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Officers form a line near Westlake Mall during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. Police responded with pepper spray and blast balls, firework-like devices that emit OC spray. less

Officers form a line near Westlake Mall during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at ... more

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Officers form a line near Westlake Mall during a May Day march in... Photo-4561629.61455 - seattlepi.com

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A woman chokes from pepper spray during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. Police responded with pepper spray and blast balls, firework-like devices that emit OC spray. less

A woman chokes from pepper spray during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. ... more

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A woman chokes from pepper spray during a May Day march in downtown... Photo-4561638.61455 - seattlepi.com

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Protesters flee downtown Seattle as gas from a blast ball envelopes them during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. Police responded with pepper spray and blast balls, firework-like devices that emit OC spray. less

Protesters flee downtown Seattle as gas from a blast ball envelopes them during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic ... more

People inside a restaurant react after a window was smashed during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. Police responded with pepper spray and blast balls, firework-like devices that emit OC spray. less

People inside a restaurant react after a window was smashed during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw ... more

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Protesters scatter as a police-deployed flash bang explodes in the street during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property damage. Eight police officers were hurt. less

Protesters scatter as a police-deployed flash bang explodes in the street during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for ... more

Protesters unsuccessfully attempt to pull down a fence on the way to Capitol Hill during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property damage. Eight police officers were hurt. less

Protesters unsuccessfully attempt to pull down a fence on the way to Capitol Hill during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested ... more

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Protesters unsuccessfully attempt to pull down a fence on the way... Photo-4561415.61455 - seattlepi.com

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Police watch over a local business that suffered window damage via a violent protester during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property damage. Eight police officers were hurt. less

Police watch over a local business that suffered window damage via a violent protester during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been ... more

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Protesters suffer from the effects of teargas and pepper spray during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property damage. Eight police officers were hurt. less

Protesters suffer from the effects of teargas and pepper spray during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and ... more

Photo: JORDAN STEAD, SEATTLEPI.COM

Protesters suffer from the effects of teargas and pepper spray... Photo-4561406.61455 - seattlepi.com

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A man reacts to pepper spray during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. Police responded with pepper spray and blast balls, firework-like devices that emit OC spray. less

A man reacts to pepper spray during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. Police ... more

Photo: JOSHUA TRUJILLO, SEATTLEPI.COM

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People run from advancing officers during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. Police responded with pepper spray and blast balls, firework-like devices that emit OC spray. less

People run from advancing officers during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. ... more

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A protester gestures to officers during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. Police responded with pepper spray and blast balls, firework-like devices that emit OC spray. less

A protester gestures to officers during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. ... more

Photo: JOSHUA TRUJILLO, SEATTLEPI.COM

A protester gestures to officers during a May Day march in downtown... Photo-4561646.61455 - seattlepi.com

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Protesters attempt to set up a barricade during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. Police responded with pepper spray and blast balls, firework-like devices that emit OC spray. less

Protesters attempt to set up a barricade during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at ... more

Photo: JOSHUA TRUJILLO, SEATTLEPI.COM

Protesters attempt to set up a barricade during a May Day march in... Photo-4561643.61455 - seattlepi.com

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People march down Jackson Street during an immigrant rights May Day rally in Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Thousands of people marched, demanding immigration reform. A handful of black-clad protesters participated but the march was peaceful. less

People march down Jackson Street during an immigrant rights May Day rally in Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Thousands of people marched, demanding immigration reform. A handful of black-clad protesters ... more

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People march down Jackson Street during an immigrant rights May Day... Photo-4559747.61455 - seattlepi.com

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A lone anarchist, center, yells over a field press conference between members of the Seattle Police Department and local media on May Day Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested and eight police officers were hurt. less

A lone anarchist, center, yells over a field press conference between members of the Seattle Police Department and local media on May Day Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported ... more

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A lone anarchist, center, yells over a field press conference... Photo-4561457.61455 - seattlepi.com

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People unfurl a banner during an immigrant rights May Day rally in Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Thousands of people marched, demanding immigration reform. A handful of black-clad protesters participated but the march was peaceful. less

People unfurl a banner during an immigrant rights May Day rally in Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Thousands of people marched, demanding immigration reform. A handful of black-clad protesters participated ... more

Photo: JOSHUA TRUJILLO, SEATTLEPI.COM

People unfurl a banner during an immigrant rights May Day rally in... Photo-4559760.61455 - seattlepi.com

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Anarchists walk alongside during an immigrant rights May Day rally in Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Thousands of people marched, demanding immigration reform. A handful of black-clad protesters participated but the march was peaceful. less

Anarchists walk alongside during an immigrant rights May Day rally in Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Thousands of people marched, demanding immigration reform. A handful of black-clad protesters ... more

Photo: JOSHUA TRUJILLO, SEATTLEPI.COM

Anarchists walk alongside during an immigrant rights May Day rally... Photo-4559763.61455 - seattlepi.com

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Marchers make their way through Seattle during an immigrant rights May Day rally in Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Thousands of people marched, demanding immigration reform. A handful of black-clad protesters participated but the march was peaceful. less

Marchers make their way through Seattle during an immigrant rights May Day rally in Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Thousands of people marched, demanding immigration reform. A handful of black-clad ... more

Photo: JOSHUA TRUJILLO, SEATTLEPI.COM

Marchers make their way through Seattle during an immigrant rights... Photo-4559769.61455 - seattlepi.com

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Marchers make their way through Seattle during an immigrant rights May Day rally in Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Thousands of people marched, demanding immigration reform. A handful of black-clad protesters participated but the march was peaceful. less

Marchers make their way through Seattle during an immigrant rights May Day rally in Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Thousands of people marched, demanding immigration reform. A handful of black-clad ... more

Photo: JOSHUA TRUJILLO, SEATTLEPI.COM

Marchers make their way through Seattle during an immigrant rights... Photo-4559771.61455 - seattlepi.com

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A self-described anarchist argues with people at Westlake Park during an immigrant rights May Day rally in Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Thousands of people marched, demanding immigration reform. A handful of black-clad protesters participated but the march was peaceful. less

A self-described anarchist argues with people at Westlake Park during an immigrant rights May Day rally in Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Thousands of people marched, demanding immigration reform. A handful ... more

Photo: JOSHUA TRUJILLO, SEATTLEPI.COM

A self-described anarchist argues with people at Westlake Park... Photo-4559774.61455 - seattlepi.com

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Marchers make their way through Seattle during an immigrant rights May Day rally in Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Thousands of people marched, demanding immigration reform. A handful of black-clad protesters participated but the march was peaceful. less

Marchers make their way through Seattle during an immigrant rights May Day rally in Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Thousands of people marched, demanding immigration reform. A handful of black-clad ... more

Photo: JOSHUA TRUJILLO, SEATTLEPI.COM

Marchers make their way through Seattle during an immigrant rights... Photo-4559773.61455 - seattlepi.com

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Protesters suffer from the effects of teargas and pepper spray during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property damage. Eight police officers were hurt. less

Protesters suffer from the effects of teargas and pepper spray during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and ... more

Photo: JORDAN STEAD, SEATTLEPI.COM

Protesters suffer from the effects of teargas and pepper spray... Photo-4561401.61455 - seattlepi.com

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A line of police push protesters up into Capitol Hill during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property damage. Eight police officers were hurt. less

A line of police push protesters up into Capitol Hill during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property ... more

Photo: JORDAN STEAD, SEATTLEPI.COM

A line of police push protesters up into Capitol Hill during the... Photo-4561402.61455 - seattlepi.com

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Protesters stopped traffic with a swarm of bodies during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property damage. Eight police officers were hurt. less

Protesters stopped traffic with a swarm of bodies during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property damage. ... more

Photo: JORDAN STEAD, SEATTLEPI.COM

Protesters stopped traffic with a swarm of bodies during the May... Photo-4561403.61455 - seattlepi.com

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Police and protesters clash during May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property damage. Eight police officers were hurt. less

Police and protesters clash during May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property damage. Eight police officers ... more

Photo: JORDAN STEAD, SEATTLEPI.COM

Police and protesters clash during May Day riots Wednesday, May 1,... Photo-4561407.61455 - seattlepi.com

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Police and protesters clash during May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property damage. Eight police officers were hurt. less

Police and protesters clash during May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property damage. Eight police officers ... more

Photo: JORDAN STEAD, SEATTLEPI.COM

Police and protesters clash during May Day riots Wednesday, May 1,... Photo-4561409.61455 - seattlepi.com

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Passerbys watch local superhero Phoenix Jones, center, and other costumed crime fighters during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property damage. Eight police officers were hurt. less

Passerbys watch local superhero Phoenix Jones, center, and other costumed crime fighters during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been ... more

A line of police push protesters up into Capitol Hill during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property damage. Eight police officers were hurt. less

A line of police push protesters up into Capitol Hill during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property ... more

Photo: JORDAN STEAD, SEATTLEPI.COM

A line of police push protesters up into Capitol Hill during the... Photo-4561419.61455 - seattlepi.com

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Police and protesters clash during May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property damage. Eight police officers were hurt. less

Police and protesters clash during May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property damage. Eight police officers ... more

Photo: JORDAN STEAD, SEATTLEPI.COM

Police and protesters clash during May Day riots Wednesday, May 1,... Photo-4561424.61455 - seattlepi.com

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Thousands of marchers proceeded through downtown Seattle in the fading evening light during a peaceful procession on May Day Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle.

Thousands of marchers proceeded through downtown Seattle in the fading evening light during a peaceful procession on May Day Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle.

Police arrest protesters near the Paramount during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property damage. Eight police officers were hurt. less

Police arrest protesters near the Paramount during the May Day riots Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Seattle. By late evening, police reported that 18 persons had been arrested for assault and property damage. Eight ... more

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Police arrest protesters near the Paramount during the May Day... Photo-4561449.61455 - seattlepi.com

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Officers march with "less-lethal weapons" drawn during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. Police responded with pepper spray and blast balls, firework-like devices that emit OC spray. less

Officers march with "less-lethal weapons" drawn during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at ... more

Participants dance with a flag during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. Police responded with pepper spray and blast balls, firework-like devices that emit OC spray. less

Participants dance with a flag during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. Police ... more

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Participants dance with a flag during a May Day march in downtown... Photo-4561669.61455 - seattlepi.com

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Protesters attempt to set up a barricade during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. Police responded with pepper spray and blast balls, firework-like devices that emit OC spray. less

Protesters attempt to set up a barricade during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at ... more

Photo: JOSHUA TRUJILLO, SEATTLEPI.COM

Protesters attempt to set up a barricade during a May Day march in... Photo-4561777.61455 - seattlepi.com

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A man is arrested during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. Police responded with pepper spray and blast balls, firework-like devices that emit OC spray. less

A man is arrested during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. Police responded ... more

Photo: JOSHUA TRUJILLO, SEATTLEPI.COM

A man is arrested during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on... Photo-4561773.61455 - seattlepi.com

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KOMO/4 reporter Jon Humbert, reacts with A.J. Roberts after Humbert was hit with pepper spray during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as they blocked traffic and some threw objects at officers. Police responded with pepper spray and blast balls, firework-like devices that emit OC spray. less

KOMO/4 reporter Jon Humbert, reacts with A.J. Roberts after Humbert was hit with pepper spray during a May Day march in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Police aggressively responded to marchers as ... more